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Reclaiming Your HueEp. 47 with Rho Thomas | Owner/Founder, Rho Thomas - Lawyer Money CoachFrom Billable Hours to Boundaries: Rho Thomas on Redefining Wealth, Motherhood, and FaithWhen life nudged Rho Thomas off the traditional path of law firm prestige and into the uncharted world of entrepreneurship, she didn’t run—she researched, reflected, and rebuilt. In this heartfelt conversation, Rho walks us through her journey from practicing attorney to full-time financial coach, revealing the wake-up calls, pivots, and spiritual breadcrumbs that led her to reclaim her hue.Based in Atlanta but raised in the Northeast, Rho is a mom of two boys (ages 6 and 8) who found hers...2025-05-061h 06Reclaiming Your HueEp. 46 with Alex Marsolais | Founder, HomeFree TCIn this soul-filled episode, we sit down with Alexandria Marsolais — founder of HomeFree TC, mother of four, and a woman who built her dream life through intention, pivots, and deep clarity. Alex’s journey is filled with grit, grace, and growth as she shares how she designed a life around both business and motherhood.Themes + Turning Points:The Clash of Ambition and Motherhood: Alex always knew she wanted both. For years, she wrestled with how her dreams could coexist — until she chose to believe they could.Love + Partnership: Married on prom weekend...2025-04-291h 36Reclaiming Your HueEp. 45 with Courtney Tanaka | Founder, Renew Me PTAfter twelve years apart, we reunite with Courtney Tanaka, a physical therapist turned entrepreneur who recently launched Renew Me PT—a practice designed to support mothers in reclaiming their bodies, their strength, and yes, even their sense of self.With over 13 years in the field and a doctorate in physical therapy, Courtney had built a steady career inside the healthcare system. But after the birth of her first child, she began to feel a subtle tug -- a whisper that maybe there was something more. She had always enjoyed her work… until she didn’t. The missed school...2025-04-221h 27Reclaiming Your HueEp. 44 with Lauren Duke | Owner & Founder, CoreOps CollectiveBuilding Foundations, Breaking Cycles Trigger Warning: This episode contains honest discussions around mental health and suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening.In this episode, Kelly Kirk sits down with Lauren Duke, founder of Core Ops Collective, a powerhouse in operations leadership and real estate systems strategy. From hairstylist and military spouse to multi-business entrepreneur, Lauren’s story is one of grit, grace, and real growth.Lauren shares her winding journey—from doing hair in Alaska and Italy, to launching a virtual assistant company supported by family, and then an un...2025-04-151h 38Reclaiming Your HueEp. 43 with Katie Severt | Founder, Let's Talk WomenPower, Passion & Pivoting Toward Women’s HealthIn this inspiring episode, we sit down with Katie Severt — a woman in her late 50s who has worn many hats, pivoted more than most, and is now fiercely advocating for equity in women’s health. From corporate tech to full-time motherhood, and now to community builder and health activist, Katie’s journey is one of reinvention and deep purpose.What We Cover:Katie’s mission to elevate and amplify voices in women’s health, shining light on the disparities women face — especially as they age an...2025-04-081h 03Reclaiming Your HueEp. 42 with Lauren Lancaster | Realtor, KW - Lancaster CollectiveLauren Lancaster joins us with a story that blends entrepreneurship, motherhood, and the art of reinvention. With eight years in real estate, her journey began long before her license—shaped by previous careers, a desire to build something lasting, and a calling to be a mom above all else.She started as a buyer’s agent in 2017, eventually stepping out on her own. Known for her “bougie” taste and systems-driven mindset, Lauren leaned into creating structure early on—something that carried her through chaotic moments like COVID. But real growth came through learning when to let go.Mothe...2025-04-011h 45Reclaiming Your HueEp. 41 with Jaime Gaard Chapman | Founder & Owner, Gaard Performance AcademyFor Jaime Gaard Chapman, entrepreneurship has always been second nature. From a childhood babysitting calendar to launching Gaard Performance Academy, she built a business centered on grit, discipline, and character. Unlike traditional sports models that preyed on parents’ fears, she envisioned something deeper—an academy that would shape both athletic skill and mindset.Balancing Business and MotherhoodBy 2015, business was thriving. But when motherhood entered the equation, wearing all the hats became unsustainable. She pivoted to camps and clinics, allowing her to maintain impact while reducing hours—a recalibration, not a retreat.Then...2025-03-251h 21Reclaiming Your HueEp. 40 with Jasmine McCormack | Co-owner, Better Books AccountingIn this heartfelt episode of Reclaiming Your Hue, Kelly sits down with Jasmine, who shares her recent transformative journey through motherhood, entrepreneurship, and faith. Together, they unpack the peaks and valleys of balancing life, marriage, and business while embracing the evolving seasons of personal growth.Themes & Key Takeaways:The Survival State of Early MotherhoodJasmine opens up about the brain fog and exhaustion that accompany the early days of motherhood. A pivotal moment came when a friend reminded her: "You are the most important thing." This simple yet powerful...2025-03-181h 32Reclaiming Your HueEp. 39 with Cristina Maduro | Style Coach & Content ExpertIn this episode, we sit down with Cristina Maduro, a wardrobe stylist and entrepreneur from the DMV area. Her journey is one of transformation—moving from corporate success to motherhood, entrepreneurship, and redefining fulfillment.From Corporate to Motherhood & Identity ShiftsCristina’s early career was traditional—executive coaching, advanced degrees, and corporate loyalty. But when she had her first child while working for her father’s business, people expected her to stay home as the CEO’s daughter. Eventually, she left, struggling with postpartum challenges at a time when few were talking about them.2025-03-111h 31Reclaiming Your HueEp. 38 with Lisa Bobyak | Owner and Founder, Living Fully BalancedEmbracing Identity & Preventing Burnout with Lisa Bobyak (BONUS OFFERING - VIRTUAL WORKSHOP 3/20 - see details below)In this episode, Lisa Bobyak, a coach with 13 years of experience, shares her journey through motherhood, identity shifts, and burnout recovery. She uses the metaphor of flamingos—where white ones are mothers who give everything to their young—to highlight how many women pour themselves into others while neglecting their own well-being.Key Themes:•Identity Shifts & Motherhood: Lisa struggled with transitioning from a working mom to a stay-at-home mom, feeling societal pressure that made the shift...2025-03-041h 53
The Veterans Outlook Season II (2025)The Veterans Outlook Podcast Featuring Kelly Kirk (∑98/Season II/Episode #7).Summary: In this conversation, Robert Jordan interviews Kelly Kirk, a multifaceted individual who has transitioned from a successful career in sales and gym ownership to teaching nutrition and wellness in high school. They discuss the challenges faced by today's youth, particularly the impact of social media on mental health and the pervasive nature of bullying. Kelly shares his personal journey of loss and resilience, including the tragic murder of his nephew and niece, the passing of his parents, and the profound influence of his partner, Sophia, who inspired him to pursue a career in teaching and to establish the 222...2025-02-2659 minReclaiming Your HueEp. 37 with Alessia Citro | Author, Speaker, Coach - Your Go-To Habits GirlSuccess-driven women often believe they can do it all—until life forces them to redefine what “having it all” truly means. Alessia Citro, a former Google leader and serial entrepreneur, thought motherhood wouldn’t change her. But when her daughter was born, everything shifted. Her priorities, ambitions, and sense of self had to evolve.The pandemic accelerated this transformation, bringing her face-to-face with burnout, identity loss, and the realization that “mommy wine culture” was making things worse, not better. She chose to lean into sobriety, self-care, and rediscovered her unshakable faith. A serendipitous “God Wink” on a flight back from...2025-02-251h 09Reclaiming Your HueEp. 36 with Rachel Swieter | Owner & Founder, Swieter InteriorsBuilding a Business and a Family with GraceRachel Swieter, founder of Swieter Interiors, shares her inspiring journey of balancing entrepreneurship, motherhood, and faith. From dreaming of owning a business in middle school to launching her interior design company in 2018, Rachel’s path was anything but linear. Shortly after starting, she and her husband navigated IVF, welcoming twin boys in 2019 and another baby in 2020. With three kids under three, she put her business on hold—an incredibly difficult but necessary choice.Rachel opens up about the emotional and spiritual challenges of IVF, the deep...2025-02-181h 25Reclaiming Your HueEp. 35 with Danielle Igbanugo | President & Founder, Coated in LoveIn this episode, Danielle Igbanugo shares her journey of faith, motherhood, and purpose-driven impact through her nonprofit, Coated in Love. As a mother of three (now young adults), Danielle built her organization alongside her family, integrating her children into the heart of the mission—helping the homeless community with warmth, dignity, and love.From humble beginnings to hosting 3,000 Acts of Kindness at the Minneapolis Convention Center, Danielle reflects on how her faith has been a guiding force in her nonprofit’s evolution. She opens up about the importance of letting go of control, trusting God’s plan, and em...2025-02-111h 28Reclaiming Your HueEp. 34 with Kristin Brandli Printon | Co-Founder & VP, Moxie Wealth ManagementAttitude, Effort & Entrepreneurship with Kristin PrintonIn this episode of Reclaiming Your Hue, I sit down with Kristin Printon, a financial planner of 14 years and a passionate advocate for women supporting women. Kristin shares her journey from entrepreneurship to motherhood, highlighting the adaptability and resilience required for both.We discuss the realities of building a sustainable business—Kristin’s second year was especially tough, requiring a second job to stay afloat. But belief, persistence, and smart money decisions helped her push through. She emphasizes the importance of honoring energy over just metrics, working with clients who...2025-02-041h 41